By Brent Wesolek, MS, CSCS, USA Triathlon level 1 Coach

Menomonie HS grad

Masters - UW-La Crosse Human Performance 1996

12 years operating Acceleration programs

Compete in Nordic skiing, triathlon, cycling, and running.

Developed by John Frappier in 1986

Training technology adopted from former Soviet Union

Over 180 facilities world wide

2007 - Athletic Republic

Strength Training

Plyometrics (jump training)

Treadmill running

Sport specific training and cord technology

Strength Evaluation Assessment of

single/double leg strength

Strength program

Develops agility and coordination

Develops and teaches how to use the stretch reflex mechanism.

Addresses proper jump mechanics that can minimize injury.

Functional stride length x stride frequency = Speed

Sprint mechanics Anaerobic

conditioning

Sports Motion Software

Nigg, and colleagues (1995) investigated studies that involved TM running vs. over-ground running

Conclusion: If the TM is large, rigid, and has a powerful motor (>2hp), there is no difference between TM and over-ground running.

Kram et al. (1998) investigated vertical and horizontal forces between TM running and over-ground running.

Conclusion: The force patterns from the TM and over-ground running overlay each other or are similar. Therefore, the only difference is lack of air resistance and visual stimulus.

Swanson et al. (2003) showed that running on the super treadmill at 30% grade at 10mph elicited 2 to 3 times the more muscle activity of the quads, glutes, and calves than running at the same SF at a level elevation.

2 programs- 5 week (12 sessions half level)- 10 week (22 sessions –full level)

Program includes- pre/post assessment strength, flexibility & performance (pro agility, VJ & SLJ)- 12 TM & 8 plyo sessions- 10 weeks use of strength facility and program

Completed 2-3 sessions per week during off-season and 1-2 during in the in-season if appropriate.

Levels can be performed back to back.

Call (608) 743-2757 to schedule a tour or trial session